NFL 2020 Miami Dolphins vs. New England Patriots: Predictions, picks and bets

The post-Brady era kicks off for the New England Patriots on Sunday as they host the Miami Dolphins.

The Pats are currently favored by 6.5 points in this one, with Cam Newton the talk of the town and one of the favorites already for Comeback Player of the Year.

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Will the Patriots begin 2020 at 1-0 or can the Dolphins cause an upset? NFL Bet Hub predictions below 👇

Dimers' predictions are based on 10,000 simulations of this particular matchup

Dimers' Suggested Plays

🔥 BEST: Patriots ML (-290*)
💪 Spread: Dolphins +6.5
☝ Total points: o42.0
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🔥 BEST: Moneyline

Patriots to win (-290*) has a 71% probability

Our data is big on the home team in this one, giving New England a HUGE 71% chance of getting the W. Our model has Sony Michel at 37.9% of scoring a touchdown in this one.

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💪 Spread

Dolphins +6.5 has a 50% probability

This spread looks dead on according to our data, but with plus money available with certain books, the best spread play has to be the Dolphins. With the spread currently at 50-50, keep an eye out for it to shift in the lead up to the game and bet the team any moves favor.

☝ Over/Under

Total Points o42.0 has a 50% probability

Another market that our model agrees entirely with the sportsbooks. We currently have the final score at 18:24, which is right on the over/under. The over is the better play here due to slightly better odds being on offer.

🏈 Dimers' take-out

Cam Newton looks set to grab the starting QB spot for game one, which could make this a much more exciting matchup for neutrals than it could’ve been. If you’re keen for some action, check out the best Week 1 NFL promos here.

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*Odds and probabilities correct at time of publishing.